Beef Barley Soup

Beef Barley Soup

Beef Barley Soup seems to have never gotten really gotten it’s due as a world-class soup. This recipe starts with a little leftover pot roast and gives real-deal scratch vibes. Deep, rich flavor from a doctored-up broth helps, but it’s a cup or two of leftover pot roast and a touch of gravy or drippings that gives it a lusciousness that you’ll never get from the back of the box recipe.

Beef Barley Soup

Beef Barley Soup

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Smoked Salmon “Cheesecake”

Salmon Cheesecake? Really? Reactions of those who’ve never considered a savory cheesecake tend to vary until someone tries this creamy, smoky spread. You may have to get over the name, but you’ll never get over your first taste…I cannot tell you the number of times I’ve been asked for it.

Smoked Salmon Cheesecake – this is 1/2 recipe made in a baby cheesecake pan.

Smoked Salmon Cheesecake – this is 1/2 recipe made in a baby cheesecake pan.

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Classic Midwestern Stuffing

Classic Midwestern Stuffing or Dressing

Thanksgiving food, here in the US, isn’t really about the turkey – it’s about the sides. To me, it’s not Thanksgiving without mashed potatoes, gravy and of course, stuffing! Notice the explanation point. I get excited about stuffing, especially since I usually only have it once a year. Anything else can be as gourmet or as basic as you’d like, but the stuffing? It has to be this one. This is Classic Midwestern Stuffing or Dressing,

Classic Midwestern Stuffing

Classic Midwestern Stuffing

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